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Thursday, April 7, 2011

Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are one of the most powerful, functional, and nutritious superfoods in the world! The chia seed is an excellent source of fiber, packed with antioxidants, full of protein, loaded with vitamins and minerals, and the richest known plant source of Omega-3. Everyone from children to senior citizens can benefit from the wonderful nutritional qualities of chia seeds.

Adding just 2 Tablespoons of chia seeds to your daily diet will give you approximately 7 grams of Fiber, 4 grams of Protein, 205 milligrams of Calcium, and a whopping 5 grams of Omega-3!

More Omega-3 than Atlantic Salmon

More Antioxidants than fresh blueberries

More Fiber than bran flakes

More Calcium than 2% milk

More Protein, Fiber & Calcium than flax seed

Top 5 Reasons to Eat Chia Seeds

1. Chia Seeds Are Nutritious On top of the fact that chia seeds have more omega-3 than anyother natural source, they are loaded with antioxidants, calcium,protein, fiber, and many other vitamins & minerals.

2. Chia Seeds Are Energizing Not only do chia seeds give you a boost of energy that lasts,they also provide stamina and endurance. A single tablespoon could sustain Aztec warriors for an entire day.

3. Chia Seeds Reduce Cravings Because chia seeds absorb so much water and have high soluble fiber levels, they help release natural, unrefined carbohydrate energy slowly into the bloodstream.

4. Chia Seeds Are Easily Digestible Unlike flax seed, chia seeds do not have to be ground up before you ingest them. The human body can easily digest chia seeds, and with about 7 grams of fiber per serving, they actually help.

5. Chia Seeds Are Convenient & Versatile You can eat chia seeds straight from the bag, mix them with your favorite drink, add them to your cereal or salad, bake with them and just about anything else.

You can add them to smoothies, yogurt, bake with them, grind them into flour and can be used a thickener etc.... Chia Seeds can be used in many ways and are heart healthy.

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I am a stay at home mother and homemaker. I am blessed to be married to an amazing husband, father and best friend. I am a proud Mommy to three sweet cheeks, two son's and one daughter. They bless and enrich my life.